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Amanda’s Style File: Eco-Conscious Diamond Jewelry
Many jewelry designers are striving to create beautiful pieces of jewelry that don’t negatively impact the Earth.
Long after Earth Day is over, being eco-conscious will continue to be cool.
With climate change always top of mind and the environment changing rapidly, it’s not hard to find brands that build their ethos around being friendly to the environment.
Jewelry designers are striving to create beautiful pieces of jewelry that do not negatively impact Earth.
Setting aside the debate on which diamonds are more eco-friendly—natural or lab-grown—this Amanda’s Style File spotlights pieces whose designers made a conscious effort to use responsibly and ethically sourced materials.
Responsible sourcing is an imperative part of business and now, more than ever, green is queen.
With climate change always top of mind and the environment changing rapidly, it’s not hard to find brands that build their ethos around being friendly to the environment.
Jewelry designers are striving to create beautiful pieces of jewelry that do not negatively impact Earth.
Setting aside the debate on which diamonds are more eco-friendly—natural or lab-grown—this Amanda’s Style File spotlights pieces whose designers made a conscious effort to use responsibly and ethically sourced materials.
Responsible sourcing is an imperative part of business and now, more than ever, green is queen.
Devereux Judy diamond ring set in recycled 14-karat gold with diamonds reused from once-loved pieces. All Devereux pieces do not use any new gold from the earth ($2,950).
Forevermark Avaanti closed ring in 18-karat yellow gold with responsibly sourced and conflict-free diamond. As part of De Beers Group, Forevermark diamonds undergo a rigorous selection process, ensuring that each is natural, responsibly sourced and conflict-free ($1,295).
Syna Jewels Jardin Cherry Blossom pendant with ethically sourced mother-of-pearl and diamonds set in 18-karat yellow gold ($4,950)
Misahara Midnight Ice earrings made with second-hand sterling silver and responsibly sourced raw sliced diamonds ($1,600)
Jean Joaillerie 14-karat yellow gold diamond bezel cable chain threader drop earrings with ethically sourced diamonds set in 100 percent recycled gold ($2,610)
Melissa Kaye 18-karat yellow gold Aria Jane ring with neon green enamel and diamonds, crafted in New York City with recycled gold and responsibly sourced diamonds ($5,850)
Nak Armstrong 20-karat recycled rose gold Ruched Open Coil ring with responsibly sourced diamonds ($7,950)
Chatham 14-karat white gold earrings with Chatham lab-grown diamonds ($1,150)
Jemma Wynne 18-karat recycled yellow gold Anniversary Triple Band diamond ring using responsibly sourced diamonds ($9,870)
Dana Bronfman Petal Tiers Ring with 18-karat fairmined yellow gold and post-consumer recycled antique elongated cushion-cut diamond ($18,900)
KatKim, a company with sustainability as a core pillar upon which the brand was founded, Petite Allora Ear Pin with responsibly sourced diamonds and crafted in polished 18-karat gold ($3,460)
Temple St. Clair 18-karat diamond hexagon ring using conflict-free diamonds and Fairtrade, recycled gold ($2,500)
Michelle Fantaci Cushion Cluster ring using responsibly sourced diamonds and ethical, recycled 18-karat yellow ($8,400)
Graziela 18-karat yellow gold and diamond necklace using responsibly sourced diamonds ($1,550)
Nouvel Heritage 18-karat recycled rose gold and conflict free, responsibly sourced diamond bangle ($5,800)
Martha Seely Antares Origins Pendant using responsibly sourced 14-karat gold with ethically sourced salt-and-pepper diamond ($3,260)
Hoorsenbuhs Diamond Infinity Bracelet using responsibly sourced diamonds (price upon request)
Deborah Pagani 18-karat yellow gold Bespoke Diamond Honey Band using repurposed and responsibly sourced gems and handmade in New York City (price on request)
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